Seems to me that very often the blowhards impress the viewers and get the numbers whereas the understated but educated get overlooked. I know who's opinion I give weight to though.
Yup. And also one of the very few that can give a good honest critique w/o swearing, unlike some other bald idiot with a goat beard and a bunch of tatoos.
I am 78 years old, got my first shotgun when I was 12 . Spent 4 years in the Marine Corps. Been shooting all my life. I enjoy Mr. Harrells videos. I find him very knowledgeable, to the point and no bullshit. I will continue to watch as long as he is on or I am dead. Thank you Paul.
William Gillette: My story is similar! 63 years old, shooting since 10yrs old. 4 yrs in Marine Corps. Been shooting most of my life. Definitely agree with finding Paul H. Very informative and I am still learning. Semper Fi!
@@jr1001jr haha this is the part where I talk about myself and I really don't like doing that... but im going to do it any way. Meanwhile everyone's glued to the screen.
Paul, I've been a practicing physician for nearly 30 years, and now I find myself trying to emulate you when giving good and bad news to patients, straightforward, evidence based, sound advice. Thanks for being a great teacher and someone to emulate.
For real. My grandpa is a veteran and all my life and all my moms life (his daughter) he has never opened up about it. Basically all that I know is what war he was in. And from my grandma, I know that he has nightmares all the time. There’s 2 kinds of veterans... the ones that don’t talk about it and the ones who TALK about it.
blakeslide Define "seen some shit"... War now isn't like Vietnam and 99% of soldiers deployed spend most of their entire time training and doing humanitarian work, not being gung-ho and constantly getting into fire fights. Edit - typo.
It's not very often Paul talks about his shooting awards in competition. You can see by all the shooting he does in his videos he's gifted with firing all sorts of guns and constantly hitting a target with a endless array of ammo. Maybe he's so good because he's always changing things up and down.
36 years in law enforcement. Have attended more firearms instruction classes and schools then I can mention on a State and Federal level. Paul is one of the best speakers I have listened to and give's great insight into firearms proficiency. Even I have picked up tips from Paul. You are never to old to learn. A+ instructor
Greeting from Canada, I never commented because I didn't think I had anything important to say. But because of what you said in this video, I'll give a little bit of input. I discovered your channel a few weeks ago when you did the video on the Miami Dade incident and I was immediately drawn in by your style. I then stayed up all night just watching all of your videos. Then a week later, I watched them all again. I greatly appreciate how humble you are and the lengths you go to for your videos. Your videos are what I didn't know was missing in my life. No one that I know can quite capture the level of insight that your videos provide. You became my favorite channel faster than anyone else has before. I will watch anything and everything that you upload. My only criticism is that everytime you say "I could go on for hours about this" I wish you would. Thank you for the hours of entertainment and the knowledge you have shared.
Greetings from central Alberta. My story with this channel is almost identical. Love the content. Especially without the 'tactitard' chest beating that's on the other 'black gun' channels.
Mac'n'Squeeze I have the same story i watched the miami dade shooting video a few weeks back and i was amazed at the knowledge this man has. So im definitely sticking around and watching everything.
Hi Paul. I'm an Englishman who's recentently found your channel. I love your content. Your knowledge, insightful opinions, modesty, eloquence and rationality are a breath of fresh air. As for the military stuff people shouldn't be asking you. I have several veteran friends and they have told me how much they loath questions about their service. To avoid causing my friends harm I avoid all questions on that topic. People should respect our veterans by honouring their wishes on this matter. You do your country proud sir, an excelent ambassador of the American people.
@@heccsclips3319 I've lived in the UK. Plenty of Brits are not anti-American. And plenty of Americans are not anti-British Our nations have a complex relationship for understandable reasons.
@@robwalsh9843 I've always found it odd the amount of "Europe vs America" social interaction that happens, and really it shouldn't be so. We're all brothers at the end of the day, even if we don't get along on some subjects.
January 2024 and I'm watching the subscriber numbers climbing above 900k. All to honor Paul Harrell who has given us so much entertainment and education. Thank you sir!
"How is this guy such a good shot?" Seriously his groupings on the wild west cabin were particularly nice. "I spent a couple of years as a combat marksmanship instructor at the Marine Corps Security Forces School." Oh right, makes sense.
As a person who does presentations for a living I'd like to say your demeanor is great for a novice, or experienced user of firearms and outdoor culture. It's very informative, engaging, and visually interesting. The viewer is not yelled at, or have to endure maniacal ranting. This is a big plus. The content is also relevant. The viewers appreciate quality and that entire package of how and what you present on youtube is why I am a interested follower of your presentations. Excellent job as always Paul.
Exactly. His videos are entertaining and completely void of the tacticool nonsense that trainers with only a fraction of his credits display. Good, interesting, technical stuff for regular people.
Exactly why I started following his channel. As a novice ( roughly a year into my firearms experience ), it's nice to have some real no nonsense information out there. Paul's channel has been a great resource.
Out of all the gun channels out there (I followed a lot and gave up on most after a while) this one has had the least subscribers and the term "like and subscribe" was only used once (that I heard of and I watched almost all of the videos Paul published). On the other hand, Paul's videos proved to be one of the best ones there. The narration, the demonstration, choice of topics and a touch of humor in almost every video as well as the lack of mentioning sponsors for guns and ammo make this channel a rare gem on TH-cam. Just my humble opinion. Paul, keep up the good work. I'll be sure to check your Patreon page as well. Cheers, mate.
I agree! Paul's style is refreshingly different from every other gun channel on TH-cam. Very humble, knowledgable, and well spoken. Oh, and a good sense of humor, to keep it real.
Paul, Roy and crew - if you read this just know that you have been, are, and will be giving the citizens education, edification, and useful AND interesting information for as long as there will be an Internet. Thank you times a million. I have no military training and no money for private training. I have my 6 firearms in 2 calibers and get to the range whenever possible. When I do train, I feel like you are standing behind me, and I will carry that with me all my days.
if this helps, you got it! You relate the subject matter very well. I enjoy the pace and the straightforwardness of your delivery. You aren't stressed by the challenging nature of breaking it all down , helps me relax about it too. Thanks a million.
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I served in the Marine Corps, Army, Army National Guard, 2 different police departments and Homeland Security. I am fairly knowledgeable about firearms myself but I love watching Mr. Harrell's videos because he knows even more than I do about the subject and I have learned a fair amount. Thank you Mr Harrell for what you do and being so articulate when you do it. Out of the dozens of videos I have watched thus far, I have yet to hear you say "uh" or "um" while speaking like most people do. Very impressive.
I've been binge-watching your videos for the past few days and absolutely cannot get enough. You have an amazing presentation with dry wit and self-deprecating humor. You're also concise, to-the-point and seem to leave no stone unturned in your demonstrations. Subscribed and now a monthly Patreon patron. Thanks Paul!
Paul is literally an encyclopedia of gun knowledge, he has real world experience he never swears he's a polite and humble man who doesn't exert his opinions as fact and never says it's the best way that everyone else is wrong. He also does the math and explains the science behind the guns and ammo that he is shooting. I also enjoy that he doesn't need high quality editing and effects on his videos to keep people interested. For real the man is a national treasure and Excellent teacher
@@padraigbarry-murphy2646 Seems to have been using the newer definition, the one where Oxford edited their dictionary to include the definition of 'literally' to also mean the same thing as its antonym, 'metaphorically.'
It's so precise. Even though he criticizes his own mixing/mispronunciation of his words, there's never really any ambiguity. His speech is so precise it could almost shoot as straight as he does... almost.
I didn't know there was criticism of this. I really like the way he talks. He's an honest man and soldier, not a millennial gun expert whose entire training consist of TH-cam
Hi there. I am a firearms lawyer in California and an NRA certified instructor. I am subscribed to your channel because I am always learning something from you.
unnaturalone One of the best assessments of Paul Harrel I have ever read. Just like Harry, Paul "just doesn't give a damn" what others think outside of does it fit his scope of objective. Well said!
He reminds of the old western types, neither good guy or a bad guy, but a lone wolf kind of guy just traveling the country on his horse - seeking revenge/justice or what not. Imagine him with a cowboy hat, boots, and a long coat, definitely a guy not to mess with.
Aleksandar Tadic If he was raised here in the Rocky Mountains, I think we would see him in a weathered Stetson, a Carhartt jacket, Wranglers, and his boots. And he would for sure hunt off of his cow ponies with that Winchester 94 he loves so much. That was a good representative of Paul. I think we admire him because he holds a quality that each of us either secretly wishes we had or wish we had more of.
Since the first time I saw one of your videos, I never doubted a single word you said. Everything is just well structured, well spoken, simply presented in a very comprehensible way. Thank you for your time and for sharing your experience.
The Stoned Videogame Nerd it's not my place to say one way or the other. I'll tell you that I never would have posted it. In fact it all of his videos I've only ever seen him mention it once. So I don't think it's something that he's especially proud of and I'd be willing to bet it's not something that he wants to be reminded of it every time he logges in TH-cam
You should consider moving to the US. As an illegal immigrant you would have more rights than me, a US citizen. And then you too could have fun blasting soda jugs.
Same issue in Canada. I agree with the restrictions in general but their specific application to types of weapons and the reasonings behind them is quite off target (pun intended).
I reserved my opinion on Mr. Harrell for about ten or twelve of his videos, making comparisons with other similar content. I see a practical, straightforward guy with no commercial plugs. I see someone working for public education in the truest sense. Fantastic.
Hi Paul,Long time fan, RN and I am an Army Veteran. You actually speak very well (better than Shatner). Your quiet demeanor and soft spoken style works well. Thank you for the time and effort put into your research and productions. I have a few years of carrying a gun under my belt but I always learn many new things for your works. Thanks again for the great work.
I suffer from extreme anxiety and depression and your videos have become almost therapeutic for me in a sense. Thank you for doing this I genuinely appreciate all of your work.
@@leee3880 have one on my lawn mower, one in my shop, one in my gun safe, one on my ruck, I think I have one just sitting on my desktop for when I want some peace and quiet. 😄
Since you asked for a comment, I will give you one. What I like about your videos would take too long to type, and few people would read. I would like to address one thing I do like. Too many channels confuse personal self defense with combat scenarios. They deride peoples choice of weapons and caliber sizes. When you stated that sometimes you carry a 25 as your ccw I knew I had found a channel I could trust and enjoy. Not that I think a 25 acp is ideal but the fact that you are not so full of yourself that you were willing to admit that on some occasions the 25 was all you could carry. To put this in context under no scenario could I imagine a "James Yeager" type channel making this statement. You are honest, concise, and interesting.
Paul you should definitely make more videos concerning historically significant shoot outs. like you made that Miami dade video but I would be down for Paul talking about Cowboys or somthing 😂
Yes. I loved the Miami Dade breakdown and think Paul could almost segment his program in to guns/ammo action channel and then a second channel where he simply educates in classroom-type material. There certainly is enough content but I can only imagine the extra time he would have to spend in boning up. And his day job must keep him quite busy. I'll take what I can get.
1yr ago I watched the episode of "shooting from a bed," but didn't watch any other of Paul's vids... Then as of like 5 days ago I've watched at least 25 of these productions of his.
Paul, I find your commentary to be quite eloquent. In my opinion, I think Mike Rowe and you are in the same class of very good speakers. That S.P.A.Z. rating comment had me laughing out loud.
I never felt like you had to explain your background beyond what you've hinted at in previous videos (that is how much I value and trust your tutorials). I always got the impression that you were highly versed and knowledgeable with firearms and I have learned and applied more to my training and education from what I have seen on your channel than what I have seen on others. If I ever had the opportunity (or lived any closer to the West Coast) I would feel privileged to participate in a class or training course where you were the instructor. Thanks for the wisdom, opinions, and videos! I'll stay tuned.
He doesn't need to brag, you can just tell he's a bad ass! That's one of the reasons I like Paul. He just present the data for viewers to make an informed decision. He's not one of those guys that says "You must use this caliber or gun, or you're a pussy!" Paul is just a no-nonsense guy. (other than his on spot humor, LOL!) I believe I share many peoples feeling that Paul is a very humble down to Earth guy. As Hank Hill would say, "I would like to have a beer with that guy." Keep up the great work Paul!
tyler williams no, I wouldn't consider him a badass. Dangerous, true, and very competent. But not a badass. He simply doesn't have the drive to out do other people that badasses need. Having said that I was looking for a thread that would let me put down what I like about the channel/him. I don't really need to know about his past because he is clearly very competent and knowledgeable. It is clear that he knows what he is talking about because he is not trying to support all his points on the crutch of his past accomplishments. You know he is confident in his experience, because he invites you to make your own decision, and he never really tells you what to believe, probably be cause he knows that he is right, and he has been around enough to know that there are few absolutes, and that your milage will vary.
Infandous Ktenology well you would loose that bet even faster than you failed to catch my point. Rather than belabor the point, I will tell you that when you realize that you have met someone similar to Mr Harrell, you can ask them why they don't like being called a badass, and why they don't consider themselves one. If you ever meet someone LIKE Mr Harrell, you will probably be quite surprised how hard they work to avoid the title. After getting to know that man, if you watch this video again, you will quickly realize that the last thing that you want in the comment section of any of his videos, but this one in particular, is a bunch of rabid fan girls raving about how 'badass' he is. However credit where credit is due; I didn't even know I had playlists. Would you say the videos might belong to a nephew or a niece? Because normally I wouldn't care about the opinions of someone who has the kind of time to find and then watch random people's playlists. But apparently there is something called a bronie, and don't get me wrong, compared to other things that an eight year old girl will try to get you to watch it is not that painful... But I draw the line at looking like a bronie, which they both tell me is a real thing these days....
Considering your physique, I'm sure you make a hell of an intimidating Dental Assistant. I can imagine you flossing a patient saying; "Don't try this at home, I'm what you call a professional...just kidding, you really do need to do this at home, but I wasn't kidding about the professional part."
What’s shocking to me is that in over 10yrs of watching “related” content on YT this channel never popped up in my recommendations. I only found you through a specific search term in July of 2019. At any rate, thanks for the great content and all the best. Looks like I’ve got some catching up to do.
Kinda the same here, but I wasn't watching much for firearms before Paul, a lot of music, a lot of videos for stuff about games and probably closest that eventually got his to show up in my related by then was probably stuff on GTA V.
Well Sir, I watch a lot of TH-cam gun channels. There are also many channels that I have watched and no longer watch. Those I no longer watch are mostly because of tacticool types that are passing along information that I find flawed. Your channel consist of a common sense approach and that is refreshing. I don't think one ever becomes too old to learn and look forward to learning from this channel. Well Done and Semper Fi.
I don't like talking about myself either. One question leads to another, and suddenly someone is an inch away from me, figuratively. Folks often don't know boundaries.
Happy to help. Please continue as you were and don’t change anything about your self or your presentations. Also, please don’t let them talk you into excluding the long anecdotes as often times that is the most informative and interesting part. Don’t get me wrong, I love seeing you shoot various things of course, but it takes a special kind of person to make me want to continue to learn from you. I love it. Stay the course.
No preaching, just high quality information and comparisons enabling educated viewer decisions. My being somewhat older, his small differences in recoil get magnified in my hands. Paul presents sufficient raw data that I can determine when it will be significant in arthritic joints and I can see a different best for me than what's best for Paul. I get a lot more out of this channel than the 20 year olds proclaiming "must have" firearms that I know are fun for them and would be painfully not fun for me. Hang in there, Paul, we need more quality content like your videos.
The way you conduct yourself and explain your subject matter indicates that you do, in fact, know what you are talking about. While I completely understand not wanting to toot your own horn, it is perfectly reasonable for an audience to want to know who you are and why they should listen to you, so thank you for taking the time to make this video.
Thanks Paul! Not that you really have to justify yourself.. Just by watching what you do in your videos tells us who you are and what you know.. Keep up the good work!
your expertise and high level competencies are fairly apparent and obvious to me...anyone who would ask the "...who are you to tell..." is being a smart ass. LOL anyhow, keep the vids coming.
sheesh, questioning your credentials? All they had to do was watch your marksmanship. You da man,Paul. Thank you for your service and your instruction.
As a former member of the US Army (I am NOT a veteran, as I never saw combat during my enlistment) and someone who could use my awards for volunteer public service as wallpaper, I concede that you sir are a man of much greater stature and the type that this country needs many more of. Your honesty and straightforwardness is a breath of fresh air. The amount of respect I have for you would be almost impossible to describe. While I thought myself to be somewhat knowledgeable when it comes to weapons of all types, I find that I was almost clueless in some areas and watching your videos has taught me much, so a very heartfelt thank you is owed. Unlike other channels that present information pertaining to guns, I know that what I see here is the most unbiased information I can find. I have yet to see you try and slide some kind of agenda or endorsement into any content you provide (Much to my amazement!). This fact alone deserves kudos. There is a very good reason why this channel has grown in leaps and bounds. The way you present the information you have in a simple and concise method is fantastic! and you see another reason every morning in the mirror. Thank you for your military and public service, creating this channel and upholding your reputation and honesty. I am sure it will continue!
most underrated channel on TH-cam. amazing stuff.
You're not kidding pal, he's straight forward and to the point, him and hickok45 are two of my favorite gun guys on here.
The Great Danton They should get together and do a shoot.
very true
Agreed
Seems to me that very often the blowhards impress the viewers and get the numbers whereas the understated but educated get overlooked. I know who's opinion I give weight to though.
No fluff, no ego, just a humble man with a huge amount of knowledge that he freely shares. Complete respect.
Well said! >"
Yup. And also one of the very few that can give a good honest critique w/o swearing, unlike some other bald idiot with a goat beard and a bunch of tatoos.
@@peetg5666 Who's that?
Agreed.
peet g yep, that guy is jerk.
I am 78 years old, got my first shotgun when I was 12 . Spent 4 years in the Marine Corps. Been shooting all my life. I enjoy Mr. Harrells videos. I find him very knowledgeable, to the point and no bullshit. I will continue to watch as long as he is on or I am dead. Thank you Paul.
Welcome to the channel and thanks for your service!
William Gillette: My story is similar! 63 years old, shooting since 10yrs old. 4 yrs in Marine Corps. Been shooting most of my life. Definitely agree with finding Paul H. Very informative and I am still learning. Semper Fi!
Wow! That was a mind blasting statement: “I will continue to watch as long as he is on or I am dead.” !!!
I have another channel recommendation you might enjoy. The name is mixup98 he is really good too
My dad just waches the fire every evening hahahaha 🔥 🤔🍺
and sometimes whatchin me whatchin Paul Harrell on my phone
😏📱 🤔🍺
Anyone else binge watching old Paul Harrell videos? Even after he's gone, he still has new things to teach me. RIP to a true legend.
This dude was the man. Didn’t know. RIP.
yep
Yup still watch them. All of them.
i watch all of them again in memoriam
greetings from Germany
Short version. "I'm Paul Harrell, and yes, I know my shit."
"He's the most interesting man in the world....but he hates talking about it" this guy couldn't be uninteresting if he tried!
Paul was once offered the Title of Most Interesting Man in the World by Dos Equis... he humbly turned it down.
GOD Bless Paul & GOD Bless America 🇺🇸
@@jr1001jr haha this is the part where I talk about myself and I really don't like doing that... but im going to do it any way. Meanwhile everyone's glued to the screen.
Paul, I've been a practicing physician for nearly 30 years, and now I find myself trying to emulate you when giving good and bad news to patients, straightforward, evidence based, sound advice. Thanks for being a great teacher and someone to emulate.
Hell of a compliment!
I found myself doing the same thing today while I was reviewing a consent form with someone
Had to watch this again after hearing about Paul's passing. Thanks for all you did, Paul.
"Yes I am a war veteran, I don't talk about it much"
That is how you know he was actually there and the real deal, he's probably seen some shit too.
You are so right!
Yeah I'm sure you're an expert at picking out real veterans.
For real. My grandpa is a veteran and all my life and all my moms life (his daughter) he has never opened up about it. Basically all that I know is what war he was in. And from my grandma, I know that he has nightmares all the time. There’s 2 kinds of veterans... the ones that don’t talk about it and the ones who TALK about it.
Thank you.
blakeslide Define "seen some shit"...
War now isn't like Vietnam and 99% of soldiers deployed spend most of their entire time training and doing humanitarian work, not being gung-ho and constantly getting into fire fights.
Edit - typo.
“I brought one of my smaller boxes”
*Dumps out at least 20 medals*
Probably the most qualified gun channel on TH-cam, but also definitely the most humble.
This man is a thoughtful Stoic.
It's not very often Paul talks about his shooting awards in competition. You can see by all the shooting he does in his videos he's gifted with firing all sorts of guns and constantly hitting a target with a endless array of ammo. Maybe he's so good because he's always changing things up and down.
He also has awards for his time in the first Gulf war
Hi, just doing my part for the algorithm
Me three
Me Too....Now I Gotta Go Take A Shit.
And my axe.
God's work
Yep.
36 years in law enforcement. Have attended more firearms instruction classes and schools then I can mention on a State and Federal level. Paul is one of the best speakers I have listened to and give's great insight into firearms proficiency. Even I have picked up tips from Paul. You are never to old to learn. A+ instructor
or to spell. *too.
you are right.
Thanks for sharing your backgorund, that's cool to know. Thanks for your service as well.
"than"
Oh shut the hell up you grammar pussies
Greeting from Canada,
I never commented because I didn't think I had anything important to say. But because of what you said in this video, I'll give a little bit of input.
I discovered your channel a few weeks ago when you did the video on the Miami Dade incident and I was immediately drawn in by your style. I then stayed up all night just watching all of your videos. Then a week later, I watched them all again. I greatly appreciate how humble you are and the lengths you go to for your videos. Your videos are what I didn't know was missing in my life. No one that I know can quite capture the level of insight that your videos provide. You became my favorite channel faster than anyone else has before.
I will watch anything and everything that you upload. My only criticism is that everytime you say "I could go on for hours about this" I wish you would. Thank you for the hours of entertainment and the knowledge you have shared.
Greetings from central Alberta. My story with this channel is almost identical. Love the content. Especially without the 'tactitard' chest beating that's on the other 'black gun' channels.
Mac'n'Squeeze same also
Greetings from Prague. I've never failed to click the like button, but this is my first comment for the same reasons :-)
Mac'n'Squeeze I have the same story i watched the miami dade shooting video a few weeks back and i was amazed at the knowledge this man has. So im definitely sticking around and watching everything.
When I saw the first video, I became an instant fan...best tech videos out there. You, Hickok45, tnoutdoors9, and I am good to go!
Hi Paul. I'm an Englishman who's recentently found your channel. I love your content. Your knowledge, insightful opinions, modesty, eloquence and rationality are a breath of fresh air. As for the military stuff people shouldn't be asking you. I have several veteran friends and they have told me how much they loath questions about their service. To avoid causing my friends harm I avoid all questions on that topic. People should respect our veterans by honouring their wishes on this matter. You do your country proud sir, an excelent ambassador of the American people.
Glad to see an Englishman who isn't Anti-American.. Top class sir
@@heccsclips3319 I've lived in the UK. Plenty of Brits are not anti-American. And plenty of Americans are not anti-British Our nations have a complex relationship for understandable reasons.
@@robwalsh9843 I've always found it odd the amount of "Europe vs America" social interaction that happens, and really it shouldn't be so. We're all brothers at the end of the day, even if we don't get along on some subjects.
I could listen to Paul talk about the pro's and con's of popcorn... Good One
perhaps popped popcorn could be a substitute for oranges as lung tissue behind the pork chop pectoral and rib ribs.
I always enjoy popcorn but regret it when im trying to pull the kernel shells stuck between my teeth.
This guy is more than qualified. And we are lucky to have him share the experience. Thanks Paul. Keep up the great work!
You are very humble and talented Mr Harrell. It is always a pleasure to learn and grow from your wisdom.
January 2024 and I'm watching the subscriber numbers climbing above 900k. All to honor Paul Harrell who has given us so much entertainment and education. Thank you sir!
"How is this guy such a good shot?" Seriously his groupings on the wild west cabin were particularly nice.
"I spent a couple of years as a combat marksmanship instructor at the Marine Corps Security Forces School."
Oh right, makes sense.
BADALEX ha
As a person who does presentations for a living I'd like to say your demeanor is great for a novice, or experienced user of firearms and outdoor culture. It's very informative, engaging, and visually interesting. The viewer is not yelled at, or have to endure maniacal ranting. This is a big plus. The content is also relevant. The viewers appreciate quality and that entire package of how and what you present on youtube is why I am a interested follower of your presentations.
Excellent job as always Paul.
I'm a full-time technical trainer in the IT field, and I second this assessment. :)
Exactly. His videos are entertaining and completely void of the tacticool nonsense that trainers with only a fraction of his credits display. Good, interesting, technical stuff for regular people.
Agreed
Exactly why I started following his channel. As a novice ( roughly a year into my firearms experience ), it's nice to have some real no nonsense information out there. Paul's channel has been a great resource.
The Stoned Videogame Nerd I haven't noticed it either, except for natural pauses. He's in fact very good at explaining stuff.
Out of all the gun channels out there (I followed a lot and gave up on most after a while) this one has had the least subscribers and the term "like and subscribe" was only used once (that I heard of and I watched almost all of the videos Paul published). On the other hand, Paul's videos proved to be one of the best ones there. The narration, the demonstration, choice of topics and a touch of humor in almost every video as well as the lack of mentioning sponsors for guns and ammo make this channel a rare gem on TH-cam.
Just my humble opinion.
Paul, keep up the good work. I'll be sure to check your Patreon page as well. Cheers, mate.
I agree! Paul's style is refreshingly different from every other gun channel on TH-cam. Very humble, knowledgable, and well spoken. Oh, and a good sense of humor, to keep it real.
Paul, Roy and crew - if you read this just know that you have been, are, and will be giving the citizens education, edification, and useful AND interesting information for as long as there will be an Internet. Thank you times a million. I have no military training and no money for private training. I have my 6 firearms in 2 calibers and get to the range whenever possible. When I do train, I feel like you are standing behind me, and I will carry that with me all my days.
if this helps, you got it! You relate the subject matter very well. I enjoy the pace and the straightforwardness of your delivery. You aren't stressed by the challenging nature of breaking it all down , helps me relax about it too. Thanks a million.
This!
Remote Viewer 1 Interesting to hear you were member of Oregon Army National Guard. I too was a member way back in 1982.
Does anyone else go through the five stages of grief every time he says he wont tell his stories.
Yes
We can survive the mysteries...
Hahaha! Best comment on this video 😂
@Emmanuel Goldstein paul harrell killed someone, rightfully though
@Emmanuel Goldstein Douche
If I was at a dentist's office and Paul came in with the dentist, I'd think they'd found a very serious situation in my mouth.
LOL! Very good.
Sounds serious!! So what was his weapon of choice and round.
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I served in the Marine Corps, Army, Army National Guard, 2 different police departments and Homeland Security. I am fairly knowledgeable about firearms myself but I love watching Mr. Harrell's videos because he knows even more than I do about the subject and I have learned a fair amount. Thank you Mr Harrell for what you do and being so articulate when you do it. Out of the dozens of videos I have watched thus far, I have yet to hear you say "uh" or "um" while speaking like most people do. Very impressive.
I could listen to this guy talk about the trees behind him. He's so damn interesting.
Matt B so true
Absolutely I don't know what it is but that video about where he talks about the rabbit hunt I wish the story was an hour long haha
Absolutely. Hell, tell us about teeth.
A silent professional. Kind of an endangered species!
Jeremy M very endangered.
They only seem endangered... Most true professionals ARE silent.
i'd like all my audio books to be read by Paul
Yes
Rest in peace Paul Harrell THANK YOU FOR YOUR Service
May his legacy live forever.
He’s what you would call a professional!!
I've been binge-watching your videos for the past few days and absolutely cannot get enough. You have an amazing presentation with dry wit and self-deprecating humor. You're also concise, to-the-point and seem to leave no stone unturned in your demonstrations. Subscribed and now a monthly Patreon patron. Thanks Paul!
George Zip He’s also very well-spoken and speaks intelligently!
George Zip Right on!
George Zip Right on!
I'm in teh binge-watchers team too! :D This is the best gun channel on TH-cam. Hands down.
He is what you call, a professional
Both when it comes to handling firearms and toothbrushes . . .
Paul is literally an encyclopedia of gun knowledge, he has real world experience he never swears he's a polite and humble man who doesn't exert his opinions as fact and never says it's the best way that everyone else is wrong. He also does the math and explains the science behind the guns and ammo that he is shooting. I also enjoy that he doesn't need high quality editing and effects on his videos to keep people interested.
For real the man is a national treasure and Excellent teacher
How am i just finding this channel?!!!🤷🏿♂️
My friend I think you may have misunderstood the meaning of literally...
@@padraigbarry-murphy2646 Seems to have been using the newer definition, the one where Oxford edited their dictionary to include the definition of 'literally' to also mean the same thing as its antonym, 'metaphorically.'
I like your speech pattern
What's up with people talking about how this man speaks - in particular the suggestion he has an "impediment"??
It's so precise. Even though he criticizes his own mixing/mispronunciation of his words, there's never really any ambiguity. His speech is so precise it could almost shoot as straight as he does... almost.
Me too. Then I'm like: a Marine, that helps explain it
I didn't know there was criticism of this. I really like the way he talks. He's an honest man and soldier, not a millennial gun expert whose entire training consist of TH-cam
That actually looked painful for him. Very modest and humble. That's why I keep watching.
I too have a hard time talking about myself but I have a good time listening to Paul Harrell.
Hi there. I am a firearms lawyer in California and an NRA certified instructor. I am subscribed to your channel because I am always learning something from you.
Thanks. I'm glad you're finding the information useful.
so since you are a firearms lawyer have there been any progress on getting 2nd amendment rights in california?
We all appreciate and we love ur KNOWLEDGE AND U, Paul!
You have this kind of Clint Eastwood matter of fact style. (Dirty Harry) The lack of tacticool is refreshing. Thank you for your time.
unnaturalone One of the best assessments of Paul Harrel I have ever read. Just like Harry, Paul "just doesn't give a damn" what others think outside of does it fit his scope of objective. Well said!
He reminds of the old western types, neither good guy or a bad guy, but a lone wolf kind of guy just traveling the country on his horse - seeking revenge/justice or what not. Imagine him with a cowboy hat, boots, and a long coat, definitely a guy not to mess with.
Aleksandar Tadic If he was raised here in the Rocky Mountains, I think we would see him in a weathered Stetson, a Carhartt jacket, Wranglers, and his boots. And he would for sure hunt off of his cow ponies with that Winchester 94 he loves so much.
That was a good representative of Paul. I think we admire him because he holds a quality that each of us either secretly wishes we had or wish we had more of.
Boot Lick haha! So true.
Dead on right! I didnt even think of that before reading your comment but you are totally right👍
Since the first time I saw one of your videos, I never doubted a single word you said.
Everything is just well structured, well spoken, simply presented in a very comprehensible way.
Thank you for your time and for sharing your experience.
Awesome range. Paul is the most polite, intellectual, and educator who is also very lethal.
The Stoned Videogame Nerd if HE doesn't want to talk about it why would YOU bring it up?
I want to know where that range is
The Stoned Videogame Nerd it's not my place to say one way or the other. I'll tell you that I never would have posted it. In fact it all of his videos I've only ever seen him mention it once. So I don't think it's something that he's especially proud of and I'd be willing to bet it's not something that he wants to be reminded of it every time he logges in TH-cam
No, that was cool trivia about this man. Unfortunate event, but it shouldn't be censored.
MrTakvam but it should be HIS choice to bring it up.
I would love to be able to attend one of his training courses.
over 17,000 likes, and only 36 dislikes. Yeah, I think we like Paul.
The dislikes were from Andrew Cuomo and his staff LOL
36 dislikes from deer roaming about
47 people think they're "experts" and don't wanna hear anything out of their own echo chamber.
After watching several of Paul's videos, I never doubted that he's what you'd call a professional. :)
But do you try this at home?
I live in the UK...so guns restricted...BUT I think this channel is great...you are a great host and the content is interesting...good job
You should consider moving to the US. As an illegal immigrant you would have more rights than me, a US citizen. And then you too could have fun blasting soda jugs.
Well, at least you know what you're missing....
Same issue in Canada.
I agree with the restrictions in general but their specific application to types of weapons and the reasonings behind them is quite off target (pun intended).
My heart sinks every time a bloke from UK or Australia comments. Thank you God for letting me materialize in the US of A.
@Nickhead87 I guess so by definition. Just don't piss him off to expedite it!
I reserved my opinion on Mr. Harrell for about ten or twelve of his videos, making comparisons with other similar content. I see a practical, straightforward guy with no commercial plugs. I see someone working for public education in the truest sense. Fantastic.
Hi Paul,Long time fan, RN and I am an Army Veteran. You actually speak very well (better than Shatner). Your quiet demeanor and soft spoken style works well. Thank you for the time and effort put into your research and productions. I have a few years of carrying a gun under my belt but I always learn many new things for your works. Thanks again for the great work.
He speaks softly and carries a big bore stick... I never miss him and Hickok45...
Anybody speaks better than Shatner. Shatner isn't a good speaker, he has awkward pauses and is nowhere near as articulate.
@@cannonball666 now see.. That's how.. YOU... get yourself into.. a... Fistfight.
love the 80s style credits... your content/rationality is unsurpassed... put up a cpl Glock vids (esp mods) and youll go over 100k
A Dental Assistant, wow I never in a million years I would've guessed, I don't mean to offend I just never would a thought
...right...
He carries dental floss in his pocket in case he runs out of ammo and needs to garrote somebody.
Landon Roy got me too
@@erikdeeNOSPELLSNO lol, I was gonna ask if he's used bullet casings as crowns ever before
His wife is a dentist
I suffer from extreme anxiety and depression and your videos have become almost therapeutic for me in a sense. Thank you for doing this I genuinely appreciate all of your work.
Dude that's an earplug case? I've been watching these videos for years trying to solve that riddle. I can finally rest easy now.
lee croshaw 😂😂😂😂
I have a case just like that.
@@leee3880 have one on my lawn mower, one in my shop, one in my gun safe, one on my ruck, I think I have one just sitting on my desktop for when I want some peace and quiet. 😄
Military earplug case, at least for Army.
I have a few from my time in the navy
Hey, algorithm, look at this positive comment 👍
That should mean you recommend to more people.
Ok thanks
Very good vids.
Since you asked for a comment, I will give you one. What I like about your videos would take too long to type, and few people would read. I would like to address one thing I do like. Too many channels confuse personal self defense with combat scenarios. They deride peoples choice of weapons and caliber sizes. When you stated that sometimes you carry a 25 as your ccw I knew I had found a channel I could trust and enjoy. Not that I think a 25 acp is ideal but the fact that you are not so full of yourself that you were willing to admit that on some occasions the 25 was all you could carry. To put this in context under no scenario could I imagine a "James Yeager" type channel making this statement. You are honest, concise, and interesting.
Totally agree.
One of a kind TH-cam personality! RIP
older vid, but confirms what i already figured...Paul knows his stuff... I really like this channel
Paul you should definitely make more videos concerning historically significant shoot outs. like you made that Miami dade video but I would be down for Paul talking about Cowboys or somthing 😂
Yeah, he should bring up the shootout at the O.K. Corral and mention how it all began because the bad guys brought guns into a gun free zone ;)
He does have great teaching skills and his commentary and observations are very worthwhile.
Yeah, I'd like to see more of those as well!
I came here to comment something like this. My vote goes to the North Hollywood shootout, would love to see a practical analysis of that event.
Yes. I loved the Miami Dade breakdown and think Paul could almost segment his program in to guns/ammo action channel and then a second channel where he simply educates in classroom-type material. There certainly is enough content but I can only imagine the extra time he would have to spend in boning up. And his day job must keep him quite busy.
I'll take what I can get.
1yr ago I watched the episode of "shooting from a bed," but didn't watch any other of Paul's vids... Then as of like 5 days ago I've watched at least 25 of these productions of his.
A person precise with his shots is expected to be precise with his words
Paul, I find your commentary to be quite eloquent. In my opinion, I think Mike Rowe and you are in the same class of very good speakers.
That S.P.A.Z. rating comment had me laughing out loud.
good comparison with Mike Rowe
I never felt like you had to explain your background beyond what you've hinted at in previous videos (that is how much I value and trust your tutorials). I always got the impression that you were highly versed and knowledgeable with firearms and I have learned and applied more to my training and education from what I have seen on your channel than what I have seen on others. If I ever had the opportunity (or lived any closer to the West Coast) I would feel privileged to participate in a class or training course where you were the instructor. Thanks for the wisdom, opinions, and videos! I'll stay tuned.
one of the few guys on TH-cam who doesn't brag about how much of a hard ass he is. Much appreciated sir
He doesn't need to brag, you can just tell he's a bad ass!
That's one of the reasons I like Paul. He just present the data for viewers to make an informed decision.
He's not one of those guys that says "You must use this caliber or gun, or you're a pussy!"
Paul is just a no-nonsense guy. (other than his on spot humor, LOL!)
I believe I share many peoples feeling that Paul is a very humble down to Earth guy.
As Hank Hill would say, "I would like to have a beer with that guy."
Keep up the great work Paul!
tyler williams no, I wouldn't consider him a badass. Dangerous, true, and very competent. But not a badass. He simply doesn't have the drive to out do other people that badasses need.
Having said that I was looking for a thread that would let me put down what I like about the channel/him. I don't really need to know about his past because he is clearly very competent and knowledgeable. It is clear that he knows what he is talking about because he is not trying to support all his points on the crutch of his past accomplishments. You know he is confident in his experience, because he invites you to make your own decision, and he never really tells you what to believe, probably be cause he knows that he is right, and he has been around enough to know that there are few absolutes, and that your milage will vary.
Infandous Ktenology well you would loose that bet even faster than you failed to catch my point. Rather than belabor the point, I will tell you that when you realize that you have met someone similar to Mr Harrell, you can ask them why they don't like being called a badass, and why they don't consider themselves one. If you ever meet someone LIKE Mr Harrell, you will probably be quite surprised how hard they work to avoid the title. After getting to know that man, if you watch this video again, you will quickly realize that the last thing that you want in the comment section of any of his videos, but this one in particular, is a bunch of rabid fan girls raving about how 'badass' he is.
However credit where credit is due; I didn't even know I had playlists. Would you say the videos might belong to a nephew or a niece? Because normally I wouldn't care about the opinions of someone who has the kind of time to find and then watch random people's playlists. But apparently there is something called a bronie, and don't get me wrong, compared to other things that an eight year old girl will try to get you to watch it is not that painful... But I draw the line at looking like a bronie, which they both tell me is a real thing these days....
No one better ! God bless you on your journey!
You are more qualified and more competent to instruct than 99% of gun channels, imo
Considering your physique, I'm sure you make a hell of an intimidating Dental Assistant. I can imagine you flossing a patient saying; "Don't try this at home, I'm what you call a professional...just kidding, you really do need to do this at home, but I wasn't kidding about the professional part."
If Paul was _my_ dental assistant, I'd probably never skip flossing, not even once.
"Which brand of floss should I use?"
"You be the judge . . . "
Paul, please do some additional Old west gun videos....that one you did with the beard shooting through the log cabin was great!
Agreed!
We're really going to miss you, Paul.
I can't believe I've gone so long without discovering this channel...
What’s shocking to me is that in over 10yrs of watching “related” content on YT this channel never popped up in my recommendations. I only found you through a specific search term in July of 2019. At any rate, thanks for the great content and all the best. Looks like I’ve got some catching up to do.
Kinda the same here, but I wasn't watching much for firearms before Paul, a lot of music, a lot of videos for stuff about games and probably closest that eventually got his to show up in my related by then was probably stuff on GTA V.
The related content or recommended content are skewed/bias against certain topics. Guns is one of them.
Well Sir, I watch a lot of TH-cam gun channels. There are also many channels that I have watched and no longer watch. Those I no longer watch are mostly because of tacticool types that are passing along information that I find flawed. Your channel consist of a common sense approach and that is refreshing. I don't think one ever becomes too old to learn and look forward to learning from this channel. Well Done and Semper Fi.
Rest in peace, Paul.
🙏🏻
You sir are a diamond, I confess I watch each video with a feeling of envy as I live in a country with strict firearm ownership laws.
The short version: Good information, no bullshit. Carry on.
Gary Varner better short version- i have the skills and experience to know what I'm talking about. I am a secret badass.
I know enough about guns to spot someone who knows what they are talking about: He does.
I don't like talking about myself either. One question leads to another, and suddenly someone is an inch away from me, figuratively. Folks often don't know boundaries.
Thanks, Paul, we really appreciate you sharing your expertise in a professional, mature (non-vulgar) manner.
I watch you and Hickok45 a lot. My two fav gun channels. Love the videos.
Same here!
Try inrangetv too, they're kinda similar and also different at the same time, one of my favourites!
Forgotten Weapons is also a good channel...
We call him "The Gun Jesus" lol
Advection haha yeah. Oh yeah, don't forget about thunder ranch.
I also watch Paul and Hickok 45. They’re both informative and seem to be honest and I value their opinion.
Good Job Paul. I am glad I found your channel and subbed a while back... Keep up the Good Work...Semper Fi Brother
Happy to help. Please continue as you were and don’t change anything about your self or your presentations. Also, please don’t let them talk you into excluding the long anecdotes as often times that is the most informative and interesting part. Don’t get me wrong, I love seeing you shoot various things of course, but it takes a special kind of person to make me want to continue to learn from you. I love it. Stay the course.
I love how he says 'PRESENTATION" instead of 'VIDEO'.
so boomer :)
Hi there.
Hi there
Hello there.
“Hi there” is the 10/22 of comments. In a good way.
No preaching, just high quality information and comparisons enabling educated viewer decisions. My being somewhat older, his small differences in recoil get magnified in my hands. Paul presents sufficient raw data that I can determine when it will be significant in arthritic joints and I can see a different best for me than what's best for Paul. I get a lot more out of this channel than the 20 year olds proclaiming "must have" firearms that I know are fun for them and would be painfully not fun for me. Hang in there, Paul, we need more quality content like your videos.
The way you conduct yourself and explain your subject matter indicates that you do, in fact, know what you are talking about. While I completely understand not wanting to toot your own horn, it is perfectly reasonable for an audience to want to know who you are and why they should listen to you, so thank you for taking the time to make this video.
Thank you for serving my country..
My son is in the Corp..
Thank you....
I've been watching for about a year and I'm glad to hear the channel is doing well.
"I'll have you know I graduated top of my class, Paul Harrell school, kid."
"But i did bring a small box" then he dumps a whole bucket of em on the table, good stuff man you are a great teacher keep doing what you're doing.
I like the way you conduct yourself.
“Paul killed a guy.” On a meme with a picture of Ron Burgundy would be hilarious.
Hi there.
Hi!
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Liked, subscribed, and commented.... even if its 5 years later!
Thanks Paul! Not that you really have to justify yourself.. Just by watching what you do in your videos tells us who you are and what you know.. Keep up the good work!
The Miami-Dade video made me subscribe :) Keep up the good work
your expertise and high level competencies are fairly apparent and obvious to me...anyone who would ask the "...who are you to tell..." is being a smart ass. LOL anyhow, keep the vids coming.
51Dss exactly what I was about to say
God bless you on your journey and transition
sheesh, questioning your credentials? All they had to do was watch your marksmanship. You da man,Paul.
Thank you for your service and your instruction.
As a former member of the US Army (I am NOT a veteran, as I never saw combat during my enlistment) and someone who could use my awards for volunteer public service as wallpaper, I concede that you sir are a man of much greater stature and the type that this country needs many more of. Your honesty and straightforwardness is a breath of fresh air. The amount of respect I have for you would be almost impossible to describe.
While I thought myself to be somewhat knowledgeable when it comes to weapons of all types, I find that I was almost clueless in some areas and watching your videos has taught me much, so a very heartfelt thank you is owed. Unlike other channels that present information pertaining to guns, I know that what I see here is the most unbiased information I can find.
I have yet to see you try and slide some kind of agenda or endorsement into any content you provide (Much to my amazement!). This fact alone deserves kudos. There is a very good reason why this channel has grown in leaps and bounds. The way you present the information you have in a simple and concise method is fantastic! and you see another reason every morning in the mirror. Thank you for your military and public service, creating this channel and upholding your reputation and honesty. I am sure it will continue!
Actually sir, you volunteered to defend the Country, that makes you a veteran.
You are 100% a veteran you may not be a combat veteran but anyone who served deserves the honor of the title
I just take your word for it because I know just enough to know when someone else knows a hell of a lot more than I do.
3:58 the humblest brag ever